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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Students and Teachers Ask: Is Climate Science Really Open About Its Funding?

A fresh study noticed something odd about climate papers that link global warming to stronger storms. Out of 331 experts listed on 82 papers, none had declared any personal or financial links to groups with a clear agenda. That turns out to matter because papers paid for by environmental charities w

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Apr 29 2026OPINION

Finding a better way for Alaska's schools

Alaska's schools face tough problems today. Many classrooms have fewer students than before. Some people think closing schools is the only answer. But that misses the real issue. Years of decisions have left schools struggling. Money problems make it hard to help students. When schools can't give k

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Should paramedics give aspirin before patients reach the hospital?

Quick action saves lives when someone has a heart attack. That’s why some emergency teams now give aspirin on the spot. But does this practice hold up under real-world conditions? A study called CELEBRATE looked at whether early aspirin use actually helps patients before they even get to the hospita

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Apr 29 2026BUSINESS

Smokey Bones Shuts Down in Millcreek After Two Decades

A well-known restaurant in Millcreek Township, Pennsylvania, finally closed its doors after serving the community for over twenty years. The restaurant, located near Millcreek Mall on Interchange Road, left a simple but clear message for customers: "WE ARE PERMANENTLY CLOSED. " The shutdown comes af

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Cycling Past the Pain: How Long Rides Might Change Your Sensitivity

When you push your body for two hours on a bike, something odd happens with pain. Scientists call it exercise-induced hypoalgesia—your pain radar drops after intense movement. Most studies focus on short bursts, but this one checked what happens after a steady, long ride. Twelve trained male cyclist

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Managing swelling risks: new hope for rare disease patients

Hereditary angioedema, or HAE, is a genetic condition that causes sudden, painful swelling under the skin or in the lining of the body's organs. These unpredictable flare-ups can block airways or cause severe stomach pain, making everyday activities dangerous. Scientists used to struggle to keep the

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Apr 29 2026BUSINESS

Portland coffee shop forced to shut down over safety and paperwork issues

A Portland coffee shop called Y%F Coffee has been ordered to close after city inspectors found multiple problems. The shop sits in a building that had been empty for over a decade before it opened earlier this year. City officials say the business never got the proper license or paperwork to operate

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Why Angel Stadium’s Food Stand Got Rat Problems Again

A single concession stand at Angel Stadium ended up in the news recently—not because of baseball, but because health inspectors found mice nearby. The stand, tucked up in Section 42, was the only one out of nearly 160 to fail a surprise check. Officials said rodents were spotted near storage shelves

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Apr 28 2026FINANCE

Robinhood Turns Crypto Loss into Betting Boom

Robinhood’s earnings show a sharp fall in crypto trading income, but other parts of the business are growing. Crypto revenue dropped 47% to $134 million from last year’s $252 million. The company said customers are moving away from crypto to other trading options. Transaction‑based revenue cl

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Apr 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

IREN Shifts From Bitcoin Mining to AI Cloud, Stock Target Adjusted

Irene’s stock rating dropped from $125 to $100 per share after analysts noted the company is moving away from cryptocurrency mining toward large‑scale artificial intelligence services. The change does not signal a decline in IREN’s AI plans, but reflects two separate issues: the company is cutting b

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